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The History of Jervis Bay

jervis-bay-webJervis Bay is 15 kms long and 10 kms wide and is the deepest sheltered harbour in Australia. The sandy beaches that line its shores are sparkling white and its waters deepest blue. There has been an aboriginal presence here for about twenty thousand years. These indigenous people moved regularly from beach to headland and back to beach within the bay area, as witnessed by the shell middens which remain.

Captain James Cook recorded that he saw “smoke in several places near the beach” as he sailed past en route to Botany Bay on St Georges Day 1770.

Twenty-one years later, as whalers from further south began to use it for calm anchorage, the harbour became known as Jervis Bay to honour Admiral of the British Fleet, Sir John Jervis.

A few years later after it was officially named, Governor Macquarie recommended a settlement be planned here and in 1818, he sent explorers Charles Throsby and Hamilton Hume to find a way from the southern highlands to the coast.

huskisson-2-webLand grants were issued in 1827 and the village of Huskisson was established on the western shore in 1840. Now wool from the hinterland could be carted direct to Huskisson wharf for shipment to Sydney and London.

7,400 hectares of land at the southern end of the bay belong not to New South Wales but to the Aust Capital Territory, giving it sea access. The Royal Australian Naval College was based here and educated its officers from 1913. From 1930 to 1957 the College was part of HMAS Cerberus – Melbourne while the buildings were let as a series of hotels.

The College returned in 1958 and naval officers are trained here in four courses through their careers.

Jervis Bay National Park – now called Booderee National Park, was given back to its original owners in December 1995; they in turn leased the land back to the Federal Government. There’s much of interest here, most notably the pristine environment, from windswept dunes to heathland.

huskisson-web-3Booderee Botanic Gardens were established in 1951 and are characterised by rugged sandstone outcrops, swamplands and wet gullies covering a total of some 80 hectares.

The RAN College Historical Collection may be inspected upon application to the Executive Officer, HMAS Creswell. A tour of the grounds may also be available. For details phone the Curator on 4429.7900.


Jervis Bay Today

'St Georges Basin, Sanctuary Point, Callala Bay & Beach, Myola, Huskisson, Vincentia & Hyams Beach'

The area of Jervis Bay comprises many wonderful towns that all deserve exploration- the area is most famously known as having 'the whitest sand in the world' so be sure to bring your cozzies and check it out!

huskisson-webHuskisson is the location of many interesting facilities which include Lady Denman Heritage Museum, RSL Club and Bowling Club and the wharf where several cruises depart from Dolphin Explorer Cruises to watch dolphins and whales at play during the season.

Hyams Beach is located between Vincentia and HMAS Creswell and faces north-east across the bay. The village is surrounded by natural bush and is far enough removed from the ‘rat-race’ to be as peaceful a retreat as one can imagine with the added attractions of pure white sands and perfectly clear blue water plus having a most attractive cafe/store where luncheon is an epicurean delight. Try it.

Other places to visit are the Candle Shack in Basin View- they have an array of special candles and gifts and also hold candle making  demonstrations so visit them at 5 Brompton Rd. There is quiet the selection of clubs and pubs to visit for a meal or a cool drink during these summer months and top choice are the Callala RSL Country Club, Vincentia Golf Club or St Georges Basin Country Club whom all have entertainment on each weekend.

Jervis Bay and the surrounding area is definitely a place to come for a weekend or week long break as there is many things to see and do - when looking for a place to rest your head Dolphin Sands B & B offer luxury rooms and are only a short stroll away from the main street.




 
 
 
What's On

diary-web'What's On' on the South Coast NSW

September 2010

What’s on in the South Coast this month



4th September- Spring Fun & Food Fair
Held at the Catholic Church Grounds, St George Avenue, Vincentia from 8.30am to 1.30pm. Ph 4441 5723.
5th September-Bundanon Open Day
Open from 10.30am to 4pm every Sunday. Bundanon Rd, West Cambewarra. Ph: 4422 2100

5th September- Boyd Education Centre - The Grigoryan Brothers
Held at Riversdale, West Cambewarra. Ph: 4422 2100


9th & 10th Sept- Kiama Regional Wine Show
Held at the Kiama Pavillion the annual show aims to promote the emerging viticultural industry in the Shoalhaven Coast & Southern Highlands regions. The awards presentation and public tasting reception is held on the 10th Sept from 5:30pm-7:30pm, $20pp, over 18’s only. Tickets available from Kiama Visitors Centre.

12th September-Music Shoalhaven - Evgeniy Uhanov Piano
Tickets $25, Members $20, Students $8. Berry Street, Nowra School Of Arts, Nowra. Ph: 4421 3089 for info.

17th September- Shoalhaven Family History Fair
Held at the Bomaderry Bowling Club from 10am-3pm, with over 30 trade tables comprising family history and history groups and commercial enterprises from NSW & interstate that will be on hand to answer all your questions, free entry. Turn to pg 23 for more details or phone Joy on 4421 6055.


17th September-Meningococcol Foundation - Annual Photo Exhibition
Maximum of 3 entries per person. 4 Categories. $5 per entry. Berry Street, School of Arts, Nowra. Ph Lauraine Pocock 0412 669 875

18th & 19th September- Berry Antiques & Collectables Fair
An impressive showcase of antiques with around 20 dealers from all around the country. $7 entry fee for adults including a lucky door prize ticket, accompanied children are free. Held at the Berry School of Arts, Berry Ph Mick on 0428446 534 or turn to pg 2 in our magazine for info.

18th & 19th September- The NSW & ACT Association of Family History Societies annual conference
$150pp & bookings must be made one week prior by phoning Joy on 4421 6055 or turn to pg 23 for more info in our magazine.


18th September- Shoalhaven Youth Orchestra 10th Birthday Concert
The Shoalhaven Youth Orchestra turns 10 and Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre will be the venue for a 10th Anniversary Concert.  Musical Director Jacqui Hitchcock is putting together a wonderful programme of music which combines some ‘old favourites’ as well as pieces not previously performed by the orchestra.  Of course no birthday party would be complete without cake, so you are invited to join us at the conclusion of the concert for a slice of SYO birthday cake! Held at 3pm, for more details turn to pg 26 in our magazine.

19th September- Villa Music - Daniel Yeadon
Baroque cello sonatas by JS Bach - 2.30pm. 427 Tourist Road, Bellawongarah via Berry. Ph: 9460 2796 (BH) for info.

24th September- 13th October- Creative Moments
A  combined Exhibition and Sale of Shoalhaven Woodworkers, Nowra Spinners and Weavers and Shoalhaven Potters at the Shoalhaven City Arts Centre, 12 Berry Street Nowra.  Tue. to Fri. 10am to 4pm, Sat. 11am to 3pm.  Launch - Friday 24th Sept from 5pm to 7pm. Ph; 44478332


24th & 25th September- Shoalhaven Orchid Society Spring Show
Orchid show, plants for sale, raffle & more! Presbyterian Church Hall, Kinghorne Street, Nowra. Ph 4421 7773.

26th September- Bike About
Venue: Start/Finish: Lake Illawarra Police Citizens Youth Club (PCYC) Reddall Parade, Lake 6, 10 or both & rides on Shared Use Paths from Lake Illawarra PCYC around Lake Illawarra. A great family event raising rider safety awareness, prizes available. Jenny Davis on 02 4221 6124.

26th September-Muir House Berry - Art and Craft Open Day
Open from 10am till 3.30pm on last Sunday of every month. 10 Prince Alfred Street, Berry.  Linda Brown on 4464 1476.


UPCOMING:
Long Weekend in October- The Living Craft Expo
There will be beading, bobbin lace making, and millinery, pottery from the Yatte Yatte pottery from Lake Conjola, Silk printing by Jack Brilliant, jewellery, scrapbooking, smocking & more.  $500.00 lucky door prize. Children under 12 free.  $6 entry. Ph Allan on 4454 0843 for details.


14th-17th October- Berry Gardens Festival
Open from 10am-4pm daily on the festival days only, tickets on sale at Apex Park & the Gardens,$15 for all gardens or $5 for individual gardens, free for under 15. Turn to Berry pages for further information.

NOTE:

The event printed in our magazine: 11th September, Showtime, 2pm –5.00pm, Jamberoo School of Arts will no longer be occuring, sorry for any inconvenience caused.